DepartmentAsia

Bathara Sambu

NameWayang kulit, shadow puppet

CultureJavanese

Date2003

Place madeJava, Java, Indonesia, Southeast Asia, Asia

MediumWater buffalo hide, water-based paint, water buffalo horn, wood, bronze leaf

DimensionsOverall: 38 9/16 x 16 1/8 in. (98 x 41 cm)

Credit LineIFAF Collection Artist: Tugimin (leather carver)

Object numberFA.2007.40.169

Collections

Wayang Kuilt: Indonesian Shadow Puppets

DescriptionShadow puppet. Large male figure, lavender jacket, yellow sash, red and gold skirt, black face. Black shoes, pink anklets / bracelets.
Artist: Tugimin (leather carver)
Place and Date Made: Sukoharjo, 2003
Bathara Sambu is the oldest son of Bathra Guru. This character makes a rare appearance in lakon involving the gods, because he is said to have a mental disorder and is not considered suitable for regular appreances. Sambu has supernatural powers that enable him to make smoke.